Question

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when something is closer to a limbs point of attachment, it is said to be proximal to it; what is it said to be when it is further away from the point of attachment?
limber
not proximal
distal
at the end

Explanation:

Identify the anatomical relationship

$$ \text{Closer to point of attachment} ightarrow \text{Proximal} $$

$$ \text{Further from point of attachment} ightarrow \text{Distal} $$

Evaluate the given options

• Limber: Relates to flexibility, not direction.
• Not proximal: Descriptive but not the standard anatomical term.
• Distal: The standard anatomical term for being further from the point of attachment.
• At the end: A colloquial description, not a formal anatomical term.

Answer:

• Limber
• Not proximal
• Distal (Correct answer)
• At the end